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Corticotropin Injection and Hyperadrenocorticism

Result of checking the interaction of drug Corticotropin Injection and disease Hyperadrenocorticism for safety when used together.

Check result:

Corticotropin Injection <> Hyperadrenocorticism

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of adrenocorticotropic agents is contraindicated in patients with adrenocortical hyperfunction. These agents stimulate the release of cortisol and aldosterone and may aggravate symptoms of hyperadrenocorticism.

References:

"Product Information. Acthrel (corticorelin)." Ferring Laboratories Inc, Tarrytown, NY.
"Product Information. Acthar (corticotropin)." Rhone-Poulenc Rorer, Collegeville, PA.
"Product Information. Cortrosyn (cosyntropin)" Organon, West Orange, NJ.

Corticotropin Injection

Generic Name: corticotropin

Brand Name: Acthar, Acthar Gel, HP, ACTH Gel, ACTH-80, ACTH-40 HP

Synonyms: Corticotropin (Injection)

What is Corticotropin Injection?